Sadi Hernandez
Canoga Park,CA
Summary
I manage and lead a team of Youth Development Professionals (YDPs) responsible for supporting the business growth of the Boys & Girls Club of the West Valley at Calabash Charter Academy. We oversee high-quality program delivery, staff development, compliance, and stakeholder communication to expand impact, strengthen team performance, and provide a safe, engaging environment for youth and families.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Club of the West Valley
Canoga Park, CA
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Facilitated engaging programs promoting youth development and personal growth.
- Developed curriculum materials that aligned with organizational goals and youth needs.
- Created a safe environment where youths could express themselves without fear of judgement.
Site Coordinator
Boys and Girls Club of the West Valley
Canoga Park, USA
09.2022 - Current
- Coordinated site activities to ensure smooth operations and adherence to schedules.
- Contributed to the growth of the club, increasing program capacity while maintaining quality and safety.
- Maintained communication with team members to facilitate timely execution of tasks and updates.
- Ensured accurate documentation, reporting, and follow-through to support organizational accountability.
- Organized site documentation, ensuring easy access to essential information for team use.
- Communicated effectively with parents, school administration, BGCWV leadership, and community partners.
- Participated in safety briefings, learning protocols and procedures to maintain compliance.
- Addressed concerns with professionalism, transparency, and care, strengthening trust and collaboration.
- Interviewed, onboarded, and trained new hires, contributing to a stronger, more prepared team.
- Provided ongoing coaching, feedback, and coverage support to ensure staff success.
- Supported employee retention through leadership, flexibility, and team-centered practices.
- Contributed to inventory management by tracking supplies and requesting necessary materials.
- Enhanced team productivity through effective scheduling, resource allocation, and progress tracking.
- Streamlined communication between stakeholders by establishing efficient channels for updates and feedback.
- Conducted interviews for prospective youth development staff, evaluating candidates for program fit, safety, and mission alignment.
Product Flow Specialist
Best Buy
Canoga Park, USA
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Analyzed customer feedback to improve service strategies and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Led initiatives to implement new technology solutions, increasing operational efficiency across departments.
- Mentored junior staff on product knowledge and customer engagement techniques, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Maintained accurate stock levels through regular inventory checks.
- Streamlined picking processes to enhance order fulfillment speed.
- Oversaw daily shipping operations, ensuring timely dispatch of goods.
- Conducted quality control inspections to maintain product standards.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Improved record-keeping accuracy, diligently updating warehouse management system with transaction details.
Youth Development Leader
Boys & Girls Club of the West Valley
Canoga Park, California
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Established and ran successful programs focused on maximizing health and safety of youth.
- Planned and led activities with varied focus such as sports & recreation.
Crew Member
Chipotle Mexican Grill
North Hollywood, USA
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring positive dining experiences and fostering repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow during peak hours, enhancing productivity.
- Trained new crew members on operational procedures and customer engagement strategies, promoting teamwork.
- Operated point-of-sale systems accurately, managing transactions and ensuring financial accountability.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
Education
Associates Degree For Transfer - Business Administration
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA12.2026
High School Diploma -
North Hollywood Senior High
North Hollywood06.2021
Skills
- Leadership
- Financial Analysis
- Project Management
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Creative Problem Solving
- Root Cause Problem Solving
- Marketing
- Customer Service
- Google Sheets Expertise
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Bilingual
- Business Analysis
Languages
Spanish, Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Youth Development Leader
Boys & Girls Club of the West Valley
08.2023 - 01.2024
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Club of the West Valley
09.2022 - 08.2023
Site Coordinator
Boys and Girls Club of the West Valley
09.2022 - Current
Product Flow Specialist
Best Buy
08.2022 - 05.2025
Crew Member
Chipotle Mexican Grill
03.2021 - 05.2022
Associates Degree For Transfer - Business Administration
Santa Monica College
High School Diploma -
North Hollywood Senior High